🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Yes and no" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
כן ולא
"Yes and no" in Hebrew · say it like yen ve-lo

The most natural way to say "Yes and no" in Hebrew is כן ולא. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

גם וגם
used to express both options positively

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to express a mixed feeling about something. It is often used in conversations where the answer is not straightforward. It can convey that there are both positive and negative aspects to consider.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
האם זה טוב או רע? כן ולא.Is it good or bad? Yes and no.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this phrase with a simple 'yes' or 'no', missing the nuance.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear כן ולא, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Hebrew with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'כן ולא'?

Use it when you want to express that something has both positive and negative sides.

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